NYSC Tragedy

Corps member slumps and d!es in Zamfara 7 days to passing out A National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Ibrahim Abdulmumin Adeiza, d!ed in Zamfara State seven days to the completion of his compulsory one year service.   It was gathered that Dr. Adeiza, who was serving at Yarima Bakura Specialist Hospital in Gusau d!ed on May 13, 2026.    According to a friend, Engr. Habibu Nura, Adeiza, a doctor allegedly slumped around 1:00pm after going out with a colleague to buy a plastic bottle. He passed away one hour later.   Nura noted that Dr. Adeiza didn't show any sign of ill health, adding that they were together, laughing and chatting one hour before his d3ath.   The Information/Public Relations Officer of the Zamfara State Ministry of Health, Suleiman Isah, confirmed the incident in a statement on Wednesday.   “Zamfara State Government has condoled with the National Youth Service Corps and the family of Dr. Ibrahim Abdulmumin Adeiza, a corps member serving at Yarima Bakura Specialist Hospital, who passed away while carrying out his national service duties,” the statement read.  "The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Nafisa Muhammad Maradun, expressed sadness over the death of the young doctor, describing it as a great loss to the health sector and the state.  "Dr. Nafisa said the late corps member was dedicated, hardworking, and committed  in saving Humanity.  “She prayed to Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings and grant him Aljannatul Firdaus, while also praying for strength and comfort for his family, colleagues, friends, and the NYSC community to bear the painful loss. ”     by Linda Ikeji at 17/05/2026 4:25 PM | 0 Comments Share this Story